Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
Limited time on your hands whilst visiting London? Join us and see London's Best in One Day!
Your day starts with a guided tour of Westminster Abbey, skip-the-line entry included.
Strolling through St James Park, your next stop will be Buckingham Palace's exterior. Here you'll enjoy a crash course to the royal family & witness the *changing of the guard ceremony.
The last stop before lunch will be 10 Downing Street, where great minds like Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher made crucial decisions that influenced the nation.
After a quick lunch break, you'll enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Thames Clipper service, where you can sit back and relax as your guide points out some of the famous sites along the waterside.
Last on the Itinerary is a guided tour of the Tower of London. your guide will teach you about the significance of this castle throughout the centuries, and have a chance to visit some of the Castle's rooms before proceeding to visit the British Crown Jewels.
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Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
What's included in Changing of the Guard, Westminster Abbey & Tower of London Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Parliament Square
Your day will begin around parliament square. From this prime location you can already catch a glimpse of London's iconic Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster before heading to your first stop of the day - Westminster Abbey.
Westminster Abbey
Tour of Westminster Abbey - Skip the ticketing line alongside our expert guide and enter this majestic Abbey, nestled upon the very spot where a humble fisherman once glimpsed a celestial vision of St. Peter in the 10th century. Our guide will take you around this sacred sanctuary, which housed nearly 40 coronations as well as the funeral of Princess Diana.
10 Downing Street
Exterior Visit on Downing Street Downing Street, a place of intrigue and power, stands as an iconic symbol of British governance. Nestled amidst the bustling streets of London, this historic address is where the country's leaders make crucial decisions that shape the nation's destiny.
Inclusions
- Knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
- Skip the line & guided tour of Westminster Abbey
- Admission to the British Crown Jewels
- Enjoy best vantage point of the Changing of the Guard (or Horse Guard) ceremony
- Scenic Thames River cruise
- Guided tour of the Tower of London
- Headsets (10+ people)
- Hotel pick up / drop off
- Lunch (at own expense) & Gratuities (optional)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the Changing of the Guard currently occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays only. On alternate days, we will see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead.
- The Changing of the Guard schedule is subject to change or cancellation by British authorities, sometimes due to weather, with little notice. In case of cancellation, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour of Westminster instead.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meeting point for the morning part of the tour: Please meet our friendly guide at the Statue of Abraham Lincoln. With Big Ben behind you, go across Parliament Square and cross the street to the statue of Abraham Lincoln. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it.
End Points
- Your tour will conclude following your guided tour inside of the Tower of London, where you're welcome to continue exploring at own ease.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Meeting point for the afternoon part of the tour: Please meet your guide at the statue of Abraham Lincoln. With Big Ben behind you, go across Parliament Square and cross the street to the statue of Abraham Lincoln. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it. (please check the meeting time after lunch directly with your guide on the day of the tour) • Please note that the Changing of the Guard currently occurs on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays only. On alternate days, we will see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead. • The Changing of the Guard schedule is subject to change or cancellation by British authorities, sometimes due to weather, with little notice. In case of cancellation, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour of Westminster instead. • Large bags, backpacks, luggage, tripods, and glass bottles cannot be brought inside. We encourage you to leave such items at your accommodation. • Please read our meeting point directions thoroughly in advance. It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 10 - 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. • Mandatory: Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages. • We will be subject to a security check at the entrance to all sites and may have a short wait in the security line. • TTG reserves the right to alter itineraries for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions or occasional events. • Please note that there are certain areas within the London Tower where no guides are allowed. • Lunch is not included • On occasion the itinerary order can vary
